2004 MERCEDES-BENZ C320 4MATIC WAGON roof rack

Contents
Automatic transmission ..................... 139
One-touch gearshifting................. 140
Gear ranges ................................. 141
Gear selector lever position ......... 142
Program mode selector switch..... 143
Accelerator position ..................... 144
Emergency operation
(Limp Home Mode) ...................... 144
Good visibility .................................... 145
Windshield wipers ........................ 145
Headlamp cleaning system* ........ 145
Rear view mirrors ......................... 146
Sun visors .................................... 148
Rear window defroster ................. 149
Climate control .................................. 150
Setting the temperature ............... 152
Adjusting air distribution and
volume ......................................... 153
Defrosting .................................... 154
Air recirculation mode.................. 154
Deactivating the climate control
system ......................................... 155
Air conditioning ............................ 156
Ventilated storage compartment . 156
Rear passenger compartment
adjustable air vents...................... 157Automatic climate control* ................ 158
Setting the temperature................ 161
Adjusting air distribution............... 162
Adjusting air volume ..................... 162
Maximum cooling MAXCOOL ........ 163
Defrosting ..................................... 163
Air recirculation mode .................. 163
Charcoal filter ............................... 165
Air conditioning............................. 166
Residual heat and ventilation* ...... 167
Rear passenger compartment
adjustable air vents....................... 168
Audio system ...................................... 169
Audio and telephone, operation .... 169
Operating safety ........................... 169
Operating and display elements.... 170
Button and soft key operation....... 172
Operation ...................................... 172
Radio operation ............................ 175
Satellite radio (SAT)* (USA only)... 178
Cassette operation ....................... 182
CD changer* operation ................. 185
Telephone* operation ................... 189
Power windows .................................. 196
Opening and closing the windows. 196
Synchronizing power windows ...... 198Sliding/pop-up roof*.......................... 199
Opening and closing
the sliding/pop-up roof ................ 199
Synchronizing
the sliding/pop-up roof ................ 201
Driving systems .................................. 202
Cruise control ............................... 202
Loading .............................................. 205
Roof rack* .................................... 205
Ski sack* ...................................... 205
Parcel net in cargo compartment . 208
Storage compartment under
cargo compartment floor .............. 209
Retractable luggage cover and
partition net .................................. 209
Split rear bench seat .................... 211
Loading instructions ..................... 213
Cargo tie-down rings..................... 214
Useful features ................................... 215
Interior storage spaces ................. 215
Ashtrays........................................ 219
Cigarette lighter ............................ 220
Electrical outlet............................. 221
Telephone* ................................... 221
Tele Aid* ....................................... 222
Garage door opener ...................... 230

205 Controls in detail
Loading
Loading
Roof rack*
Attach the roof rack only to the roof
rails.

Secure the roof rack according to
manufacturer’s instructions for
installation.
Ski sack*
1Handle
2Cover
3Armrest
Unfolding and loading
Fold armrest3 down (arrow).

Pull handle1 and swing cover2
down.4Velcro strap

Unfasten velcro strap4.

Pull ski sack into passenger compart-
ment and unfold.
Warning!
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Only use roof racks approved by
Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle model to
avoid damage to the vehicle. Follow manu-
facturer’s installation instructions.!Load the roof rack in such a way that
the vehicle cannot be damaged while
driving.
Make sure

you can fully raise the
sliding/pop-up roof*.


you can fully open the tailgate.


239 Operation
Driving instructions
Driving instructions
Drive sensibly – save fuel
Fuel consumption, to a great extent,
depends on driving habits and operating
conditions.
To save fuel you should:

Keep tires at the recommended infla-
tion pressures.


Remove unnecessary loads.


Remove roof rack when not in use.


Allow engine to warm up under low
load use.


Avoid frequent acceleration and decel-
eration.


Have all maintenance work performed
at the intervals specified in the Service
Booklet and as required by the FSS.
Contact your authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.
Fuel consumption is also increased by
driving in cold weather, in stop-and-go
traffic, on short trips and in hilly country.
Drinking and driving
PedalsPower assistance
Warning!
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Drinking and driving and/or taking drugs
and driving are very dangerous combina-
tions. Even a small amount of alcohol or
drugs can affect your reflexes, perceptions
and judgement.
The possibility of a serious or even fatal
accident are greatly increased when you
drink or take drugs and drive.
Do not drink or take drugs and drive or allow
anyone to drive who has been drinking or
taking drugs.
Warning!
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Keep driver’s foot area clear at all times.
Objects stored in this area may impair pedal
movement.Warning!
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With the engine not running, there is no
power assistance for the brake and steering
systems. In this case, it is important to keep
in mind that a considerably higher degree of
effort is necessary to brake and steer the
vehicle.

376 IndexL
Labels, identification 338
Lamp bulbs, exterior 310
Lamps, exterior
Front 310
Light sensor 294
Messages in display 293–296
Rear 311
Lamps, indicator and warning
ABS 274
Airbag Off 61
Battery (SmartKey) 85
Brakes 275
CHECK ENGINE 276
Coolant 287
Engine diagnostics 276, 278
ESP 277
Fuel reserve 278
Instrument cluster 274–278
Seat belts 278
Service indicator 265
SRS 57
Turn signals 23Language
Multifunction display 126
Setting 126
LATCH-type child seat anchors 71
Folding back 71
Layout of poly-V-belt drive 339
Leather upholstery
Cleaning 271
License plate lamps
Messages in display 294
Replacing bulbs 311, 316
Light alloy wheels
Cleaning 270
Technical data 342
Light sensor 294
Lighter see Cigarette lighter
Lighting 100
Automatic headlamp mode 101
Cargo compartment 106
Combination switch 104
Daytime running lamp mode 102
Door entry lamps 106
Exterior lamp switch 100Front fog lamps 102
High beam flasher 104
High beams 104
Instrument cluster illumination 107
Interior 105
Locator lighting 102
Low beam 100
Manual headlamp mode 101
Night security illumination 102
Parking lamps 100
Rear fog lamp 103
Settings (control system) 127
Limiting the gear range 141
Limp Home Mode 144
Loading 205
Cargo tie-down rings 214
Instructions 213
Roof rack 205
Ski sack* 205
Split rear bench seat 211
Locator lighting 102
Setting 128

382 IndexRear view mirror automatic antiglare 146
Rear view mirrors see Mirrors
Rear window defroster 149
Rear window wiper/washer 49
Reconnecting
Vehicle battery 326
Refrigerant
Air conditioning 348
Refueling 249
Regular checks 251
Reinstalling vehicle battery 325
Remote control
SmartKey 84
Remote door unlock
With Tele Aid* 229
Remote Vehicle Diagnostics 360
Removing
Parcel net in cargo compartment 208
Ski sack 207
Twin-reel roller blind 210
Vehicle battery 325
Wheel 320
Wiper blades 317Replacing
Backup lamp bulbs 315
Brake lamp bulbs 315
Bulbs 310
Front lamp bulbs 312
Front turn signal bulbs 312, 313
Fuses 334
High beam bulbs 312
High beam bulbs
(xenon-type headlamps) 313
License plate lamp bulbs 316
Low beam bulbs 312
Parking lamp bulbs 313, 314
Rear fog lamp bulbs 315
Rear lamp bulbs 311, 315
Rear turn signal bulbs 315
Side marker lamp bulbs 315
Standing lamp bulbs 313, 314
Wiper blades 317
Reporting
Safety defects 18
Reset button in the instrument
cluster 121, 122Resetting
All functions (control system) 121
All functions of a submenu 122
Fuel consumption 135
Service indicator (FSS) 266
Trip odometer 109
Residual heat utilization 167
Residual ventilation 167
REST 360
Restraint system see Infant
and child restraint systems
Restraint systems 360
Rims 341
Roadside Assistance 12
Roadside assistance
Tele Aid* 226
RON 250
RON (Research Octane Number) 360
Roof rack 205
Rotating wheels 262
Rubber parts
Cleaning 272

386 IndexStation selection
Setting 131
Steel rims
Technical data 342
Steering column
Height adjustment 37, 38
Length adjustment 37, 38
Messages in display 298
Steering gear oil
Message in display 298
Steering wheel
Adjusting 36
Buttons 24
Cleaning 271
Electrical adjustment 37
Height adjustment 38
Manual adjustment 37
Stolen vehicle
Tracking services 230Stopping
Sliding/pop-up roof* 200
Windows 197
Storage compartments
Armrest 217
Cargo compartment 209
Glove box 215
Ventilated compartments 156
Storage spaces
Cup holder 216
Storing (Memory function*)
Positions into memory 98
Submenus
Convenience 132
For settings 113
In control system 115
Instrument cluster 124
Lighting 127
Resetting functions
in Control system 122Selecting 122
Settings menu 122
Vehicle 131
Sun visors 148
Switching
Fuel (Flexible fuel vehicle) 350
Switching off
Audio system 172
Automatic central locking
(control system) 131
Engine 53
ESP 77
Hazard warning flasher 104
Headlamps 52
Rapid seat heating* 96
Seat heating* 96
Switching on
Audio system 172
Automatic central locking
(control system) 131
ESP 78
Front fog lamps 102

387 Index
Hazard warning flasher 104
Headlamps 46
High beams 104
Rapid seat heating* 96
Rear fog lamp 103
Seat heating* 96
Windshield wipers 47
Synchronizing
ESP 282
Power windows 198
Sliding/pop-up roof* 201
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Tachometer 23, 109
Displaying gear range 141
Overspeed range 109
Tail lamps
Cleaning 269
Replacing bulbs 311, 315
Tailgate
Closing 88
Opening 87Tar stains 268
Technical data
Air conditioning refrigerant 348
Brake fluid 348
Coolant 346
Coolants 352
Electrical system 343
Engine 340
Engine oil 348
Engine oil additives 348
Flexible fuel vehicles 350
Fuel requirements 349
Fuels 346
Gasoline additives 350
Lubricants 346
Main dimensions 344
Premium unleaded gasoline 349
Rims and tires 341
Weights 345
Windshield and headlamp
washer system 347, 354
Windshield washer 347Tele Aid* 222
Emergency calls 224
Information 227
Initiating an emergency call
manually 225
Messages in display 299
Remote door unlock 229
Roadside assistance 226
Stolen vehicle tracking services 230
System self-check 223
Tele Aid* System 222
Upgrade signals 228
Tele Aid* System 361
Telematics* 361
Telephone* 24, 221
Answering a call 137
Dialing a number
from the phone book 138
Emergency call 194
Ending a call 137
Hands-free microphone 27
Loading phone book* 138